Millennium -

Premise:

“Millennium” (1996–1999) is a psychological thriller and crime drama created by Chris Carter, the mind behind “The X-Files.” The series follows Frank Black, a former FBI profiler with the ability to enter the minds of criminals. Black, who left the FBI to protect his family, is reluctantly drawn back into profiling as he joins the Millennium Group, a secretive organization tasked with combating apocalyptic threats. As Frank confronts both serial killers and apocalyptic conspiracies, he grapples with the darkness within human nature.

Main Central Characters:

Frank Black (Lance Henriksen): A gifted former FBI profiler with the ability to see into the minds of criminals, Frank is haunted by his encounters with evil.
Catherine Black (Megan Gallagher): Frank’s supportive wife, who works as a clinical social worker.
Peter Watts (Terry O’Quinn): A mysterious and enigmatic member of the Millennium Group, Watts becomes Frank’s confidant and ally.
Bob Bletcher (Bill Smitrovich): Frank’s former FBI colleague and friend, now working in Seattle.

Themes:

“Millennium” explores themes of evil, human nature, and the impending turn of the millennium. The series delves into the psychological toll of investigating heinous crimes and the thin line between good and evil. Additionally, it examines apocalyptic and conspiratorial elements, questioning the nature of the world as the year 2000 approaches.

Critical Consensus (Rating: 3.5/5):

Critics appreciated “Millennium” for its atmospheric tone, intense storytelling, and Lance Henriksen’s compelling performance. However, the show faced criticism for its sometimes convoluted plotlines and tonal shifts between standalone episodes and overarching mythology.

TV Parental Guidelines Rating:

“Millennium” likely received a TV-14 rating due to its mature themes, violence, and disturbing content.

Original Network and Run:

The series originally aired on the Fox network from 1996 to 1999.